Begonia Brevirimosa Exotica is a rare exotic plant with showstopping foliage. This New Guinea species has a shrub-like growth habit and large flashy leaves. It has striking elliptic shaped leaves with dark olive green palette with wide bands of metallic pink. This plant will get tall and as it does will need to be staked. The pink flowers form on a terminal inflorescence. This plant needs extra humidity. It will grow fine in a humid greenhouse or garden room, or it can be grown in a large terrarium.

* You will receive ONE (1) 4" plant in nursery pot, unless stated otherwise. Refer to our FAQ for more information.

Begonia Brevirimosa Exotica Plant Care

Watering

Water every 4-7 days when top 1" of soil is dry. Keep soil moist but not soggy.

Light

Medium indirect sunlight or 8-10 hours under grow lights.

Temperature

65°F - 75°F 

Soil Mix

Well drained Peat Moss, Perlite, Orchid Bark

Humidity

Keep humidity high at 65 - 75%

Fertilizer

Every 4 weeks in summer and every 12 weeks in winter